ChaffeeGIVES Kicks-Off Friday
The ChaffeeGIVES campaign kicks-off this Friday, Oct. 23rd, 9am to 4pm at the new Nonprofit Hub at Jane’s Place in Salida. The Chaffee County Community Foundation (CCCF) invites community members, nonprofit organizations, and local supporters to the drop-in event to...
Forecast for Oct. 20th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- A thunderstorm or two is possible this afternoon and evening. Heavy rainfall is forecast for Wednesday through Friday. Snow levels will remain above 10,000 feet. Salida and Buena...
Arts Grant Cycle Ends Nov. 2nd
The Salida Council for the Arts has opened their Community Grant cycle. All artists and creatives can apply for up to $500 each in funding for local art and cultural projects through November 2nd. Applicants must be individuals or organizations. Residency in...
Mental Health Discussion this Thursday
This Thursday, Achieve’s After Hours, a Parent/Caregiver Education and Community Connection series presents “Recognizing Mental Health, Without Stigma,” from 6:30pm to 7:15pm at Brew and Bloom in Jane’s Place in Salida, 302 W Hwy 291 Unit 4A. Speaker Tiffany Helton...
Complete the Salida Community Priorities Survey
Salida residents are encouraged to take just a few minutes to complete the City’s Community Priorities Survey until October 26th. The survey offers the opportunity to share feedback on issues, investments, and services that matter most to community members. Through a...
Columbine Care Center Halloween Party
Columbine Care Center invites the community to visit their residents at their Halloween Party, Friday Oct. 20th from 3-7pm. Costumes are encouraged and there will be food and games, too. The Center asks that you RSVP by calling 719-539-6220 by Oct. 23rd. Columbine is...
Salida City Council Meets Tonight
The Salida City Council will hold a work session tonight beginning at 6pm. The lone agenda item is a continuation of discussion on the 2027 preliminary budget. A regular meeting of the Salida City Council will follow the work session. Under the consent agenda,...
Commissioners Meet this Morning
Chaffee County Commissioners will conduct a regular meeting today beginning at 9am at 104 Crestone Ave. in Salida. Commissioners will adjourn to executive session at the beginning of the meeting to receive legal advice on an appeal of Community Planning determinations...
Register for Salida Parade of Lights
Registration is now open for Salida’s Parade of Lights. High Country Bank and the City of Salida will present the Parade of Lights on Friday, November 27th at 6pm. This year’s theme is “Decked Out for the Decades.” Participants are encouraged to choose a decade and...
BV Holiday Card Lane Deadline Nov. 1st
The Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce Holiday Card Lane is back for 2026, giving Buena Vista businesses, organizations, and community groups a festive way to share their holiday wishes to the community. Throughout the holiday season, sponsored signs will be...
Dept. of Corrections Receives Award
The Colorado Department of Corrections(CDOC) has received the Recidiviz Trailblazer Award, recognizing the department’s efforts to modernize Achievement Earned Time. Since launching in the state in March 2025, the Achievement Earned Time policy provides incarcerated...
Forecast for Oct. 19th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Partly cloudy skies with a slight chance of rain can be expected today and tomorrow. Widespread rain will be possible from Wednesday through Friday. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high...
